Columbia Sportswear Company (COLM) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 01, 2025 05:00 PM ET Company Participants Andrew Burns - VP - IR & StrategicTim Boyle - Chairman, President and CEOJim Swanson - EVP & CFOPeter McGoldrick - Equity Research AssociateKrista Zuber - DirectorPaul Lejuez - Managing DirectorPaul Kearney - VP - Equity ResearchAlexander Perry - Director, Equity ResearchMauricio Serna - Executive Director Conference Call Participants Laurent Vasilescu - Managing Director & Senior Equity AnalystMitch Kumme ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, total revenue was $560 million, a decline of 5% year over year, primarily due to lower volumes [15][16] - Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $229 million, with a margin of 40.9%, reflecting a year-over-year margin decline of 130 basis points [17][18] - Adjusted free cash flow amounted to $145 million at a 26% margin, which was 120 basis points higher year over year [20] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Average units on rent decreased by 5% year over year for modular and 16% for storage, aligning with expectations [15] - Total leasing revenue fell by $26 million or 6% year over year, while delivery and installation revenue decreased by $12 million or 12% [16] - Value-added products and services (VAPS) represented over 17% of total revenue, indicating growth in this segment despite a decline in consolidated units on rent [19] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The pending order book increased by 7% year over year for both modular and storage products, supporting expected new lease activations in Q2 [6][11] - The Architectural Billings Index was reported at 44 in March, with Q1 non-residential construction square footage starts down 17% year over year, indicating market caution [11] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company aims to achieve $3 billion in revenue, $1.5 billion in adjusted EBITDA, and $700 million in adjusted free cash flow over the next three to five years [7] - There is a focus on margin expansion initiatives and leveraging a portfolio of growth levers valued at $2.5 billion [7] - The company is actively adding sales resources and enhancing productivity tools to drive performance across local and enterprise accounts [12][14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management remains cautious due to macroeconomic uncertainties but is encouraged by the order book growth and internal initiatives [11][14] - The company expects continued easing of volume headwinds, with modest top-line growth anticipated in the second half of the year [23][24] - Management is closely monitoring the impact of tariffs and labor market conditions on demand and operational performance [25][26] Other Important Information - The company successfully refinanced its 2025 senior secured notes, extending maturity to February 2030 at a fixed interest rate of 6.625% [20] - A total of $45 million was returned to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends in Q1 [22] Q&A Session Summary Question: Comments on the order book and conversion time - Management noted that quoting activity has increased by 10% year over year, with no observed changes in conversion or cancellation rates [34] Question: Details on VAPS and average pricing - Management explained that the shift to reporting VAPS as a percentage of revenue reflects the expanded portfolio and deeper penetration across product lines [39] Question: Q2 top line outlook and expected volume trends - Management expects Q2 revenues to improve sequentially, with no anticipated decline in volumes, particularly for modular products [44] Question: Insights on retail customer segment demand - Management indicated that there has been no change in the outlook for retail-related demand, with ongoing positive conversations with larger accounts [52] Question: Discussion on logistics and margin improvement - Management expressed optimism about logistics margins improving as in-sourcing initiatives progress and operational efficiencies are realized [70] Question: Pricing dynamics in an inflationary environment - Management believes that inflationary pressures can be beneficial, as they have the capability to pass through costs due to owning their fleet and in-house capabilities [74]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, net sales increased by 1% year over year to $778 million, with wholesale net sales up 2% and direct-to-consumer sales flat [19][20] - Gross margin expanded by 30 basis points to 50.9%, while SG&A expenses increased by 1% [19][20] - Diluted earnings per share rose by 6% year over year to $0.75 [19] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Columbia brand net sales increased by 3%, while Mountain Hardwear net sales decreased by 14% and SOREL net sales decreased by 8% [28][33][35] - The US direct-to-consumer net sales declined by low single digits, with e-commerce down by high single digits, while brick-and-mortar sales were up low single digits due to new store contributions [21][20] - International markets showed strong performance, with LAAP net sales up 14% and EMEA net sales up 7% [22][25] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - US net sales decreased by 1%, with the wholesale business relatively flat [20] - China net sales increased in the low teens percentage, driven by strong e-commerce growth [22] - Japan net sales increased in the mid-teens percentage, benefiting from strong demand for late-season and winter products [23] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on mitigating the impacts of US tariff increases and has a diversified supply chain to navigate uncertainties [6][11] - Columbia plans to increase investment in demand creation and launch a new global marketing platform starting in August [15][56] - The company aims to absorb much of the incremental tariff costs in 2025 while exploring strategies to offset higher tariffs in 2026 [12][13] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed excitement about the company's brands and strategies, despite the unprecedented level of public policy uncertainty regarding trade [6][7] - The company has withdrawn its full-year 2025 outlook due to heightened uncertainty regarding tariff rates and consumer demand [16][109] - Management anticipates a challenging US market in the latter half of the year, with higher prices negatively impacting consumer demand [18] Other Important Information - The company has identified cost savings and profit-enhancing opportunities beyond the $150 million target established in 2024 [17] - Columbia's greater reward program has been recognized as a top loyalty program, contributing significantly to direct-to-consumer sales [32] Q&A Session Summary Question: What is the expectation for wholesale in the second half of the year? - Management indicated that the fall order book has not changed meaningfully and expects wholesale growth to be similar to early February expectations [39][42] Question: Are there opportunities to take market share due to private label offerings from China? - Management believes there are opportunities to gain market share from competitors facing challenges with imports from China [41][52] Question: How will the $40 to $45 million in incremental COGS from tariffs be distributed? - Management expects the majority of the tariff costs to be realized in the second half of the year, with potential impacts extending into 2026 [43][46] Question: What is the outlook for demand creation spending? - The company plans to increase marketing spending and improve efficiency in campaigns starting in August [54][56] Question: What are the recent trends in the China market? - Management noted strong growth in China, with plans to continue investing in localized design and production [67] Question: How is the company managing inventory in light of tariff uncertainties? - The company is rationalizing inventory purchases and pulling in inventory to mitigate potential tariff impacts [100][101]

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